{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"89cb8d5364c56571cb8e4dcd","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/89cb8d5364c56571cb8e4dcd","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/89cb8d5364c56571cb8e4dcd","title":"Construction Observer II","description":"Piggush Engineering is a full-service Civil Engineering firm that provides a wide range of civil infrastructure projects, construction management, and land surveying services to its clients. This includes, but not limited to, municipal engineering projects, roadway & transportation projects, site engineering & detention design, water & wastewater systems design, and land surveying record documents.The Construction Observer II is responsible for the successful completion of construction projects. This position is responsible for understanding site engineering plans and project specifications, construction quality assurance, field quantity measurements and project documentation including written and photos. The Construction Observer II will serve as the onsite representative for the observation of contractor construction activities, including daily coordination with the contractor and other entities and the recommendation of acceptance of completed work. This is a full-time in person position. Work will be performed at our office located in Kankakee, IL and at various project sites throughout the surrounding area. Essential Skills & AbilitiesAnalyze site engineering plans and project specifications to monitor construction activities for compliance.Perform observation of construction work for compliance with site engineering plans and contract documents.Document field quantities of completed work preferred.Administer change order and/or force account work and documentation related thereto.Complete Inspector’s Daily Reports (IDRs) and other applicable documentation required for completed work.Take daily progress photos.Document any quality related issues and communicate with the responsible Project Engineer.Good interpersonal skills to ensure good communication with contractors, engineers and other colleagues.Ability to perform layout tasks and field verify elevations and slopes. Ability to use digital laser levels in order to check hubs, and staked grades in the field.Experience with Federal (FHWA) and State (IDOT) construction projects.Have the ability to submit monthly contract pay estimates, weekly RE progress reports based on the work completed and billed by the contractor.Previous experience with IDOT personnel as well as IDOT and FHWA funded projects is preferred. *NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Team Members may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.QualificationsA minimum of 5 years of construction and/or construction observation experience and/or college education/degree  IDOT Documentation of Contract Quantities Certification preferred, or ability to obtain within 12 months. Strong analytical & problem-solving skillsAbility to work both independently and collaborativelyAbility to utilize various computer softwareCompany BenefitsPiggush Engineering, Inc. offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes Health & Dental Insurance, 401(k) with Company Match, Tuition Reimbursement, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, PTO and paid Holidays. 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